Gain practical experience teaching English to children in the more rural areas of Ghana

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Volunteer as a teacher in Ghana and help young students improve their English. You’ll support local teachers and work at the Tore Eikeland Primary School in Akuapem Hills. The school is fully funded by Projects Abroad and provides free education to village children. This is a great way to get practical teaching experience, which can help your future career.

You can also work with students at kindergartens and and special needs schools. Your main focus is teaching English, and giving students more confidence with speaking. You can also teach subjects like maths or computer literacy, or get involved with extracurricular activities like reading clubs and sports.

You’ll live and work in one of three locations, and stay with a local host family. Wherever you are, you’re sure to have a memorable experience and learn a lot about the culture and daily life!

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Is volunteer teaching in Ghana right for me?

If you are looking to pursue a career in teaching and love working with young people, then our Teaching Project is for you.

A volunteer Teaching placement in Ghana gives you plenty of practical classroom experience, along with building your lesson planning skills. You can use this to give your CV an extra edge, and it will give you a lot to talk about in interviews and on applications.

In addition, teaching overseas will let you learn skills like planning and leadership, which you can apply to any career you pursue. It will also show that you adaptable, and can work in different environments.

No experience is required to sign up. You’ll receive guidance from our qualified supervisors and have full access to our online database of teaching resources. We also run training programmes and workshops where you can ask questions and get ideas from staff and other volunteers.

This project runs throughout the year, and you can join at any time from a minimum of one week. We encourage you to stay longer, so you can have a bigger impact on the children you work with.

Volunteering for Professionals

This project is also perfect for qualified professionals. With your skills backing up our ongoing efforts, we can make an even bigger difference together. We'll match you to the placement where your skills are needed most.

This means you can share your training and and knowledge with others. You can work hand-in-hand with our partner organisations and local communities to support sustainable development.

What will I do on the Teaching Project in Ghana?

You’ll gain teaching work experience in Ghana at a local school. You’ll also support the work of the teacher there by teaching English. You can get involved in the following activities:

Run educational English lessons for the children

Assist the local teachers with teaching other subjects like maths and IT

Get involved in extracurricular activities like French, music, art, drama and sports

Prepare lessons under the supervision of local teachers

Participate in after school reading clubs on a weekly basis

At your volunteer teaching placement in Ghana, you’ll help:

Teach English lessons to young children

As one of the most widely spoken languages worldwide and the official language of Ghana, it is important for local children to learn English. However, most children grow up speaking a local language such as Twi or Fanti. If you speak English, you can offer valuable help. You can help improve the students’ and also the teachers’ conversation and pronunciation, and grammar.

You’ll begin by assisting the local teacher if you’re not comfortable leading the class. If you’re confident, you can lead the class yourself, or work with another volunteer.

If you are working with children who have special needs, slow down your classes and spend more time focused on small groups.

Assist local teachers with their other classes

There is more to the school day than just English lessons. Work alongside local teachers as they teach their students maths and IT skills, French, music, art, drama and sports. The lessons for each class will depend on the children's skill level. You can help teach basic IT lessons, and assist with addition and subtraction during maths class.

Or, you can use your creativity during art and drama lessons, and get active on the field while teaching sports. If you can speak French to an intermediate level, you’ll have the option of teaching this class too.

Plan lessons to ensure you are prepared for the next day

As a Teaching volunteer, you’ll work towards goals that we have set out for the project. You’ll spend time planning your lessons for the following day, to ensure each lessons is in line with these goals. The more prepared you are, the more confident you’ll be while teaching too. We encourage you to come prepared with teaching supplies from home and your own ideas on how you’d like to teach.

Participate in after school reading clubs on a weekly basis

Literacy is an important area for this Teaching Project. As a volunteer, you’ll assist with our weekly after school reading club. This club aims to encourage students to read outside of school by making it fun and interactive. You can read along with the kids or have them read aloud in turns.

Our Project Partners in Ghana

To meet the need for education in Akuapem Hills, Projects Abroad built and founded the Tore Eikeland School in partnership with the Tore Foundation.

The Tore’s Foundation aims to create democratically engaged communities with citizens that question decision-making and work towards economic change. The foundation provides these communities with education, debating skills, and the resources needed to implement liberal teaching methods. Through the growing confidence of their students, they will be able to build sustainable communities and help alleviate poverty.

Where will I be working in Ghana?

You’ll work at a school in one of three different locations. Many of the schools we work with are understaffed, with a high student to teacher ratio. The conditions are also basic, so you won’t have the equipment and resources you’re used to at home.

Accra

With a population of almost three million, Ghana’s capital city is a constant hive of activity. Watch the female traders carrying baskets and colourful merchandise on their heads as you maneuver through the gridlocked streets to get to the school where you’ll be working. There is a wealth of history in this town and many museums, markets, and monuments for you to explore.

Akuapem Hills

In Akuapem Hills, you’ll work at the Tore Eikeland School. This school is fully funded by Projects Abroad and provides free education to the children in surrounding villages. This more rural region is quieter than most but will give you a good picture of what life in Ghana is like. Because it is quieter with less distractions, it becomes easier for you to get to know the locals and learn about their culture and traditions. In the evenings, the locals are known for their lively community parties. This is something you won’t want to miss!

Cape Coast

Situated right on the coast, this historical city is a quiet fishing town. It is perfect if you want close access to the beach. You’ll work at a local primary school or special needs school.

AIRPORT PICKUP, FLIGHTS AND VISAS

When you arrive at your respective airport, a member of Projects Abroad staff will be there to meet you. You can find more detailed information on arrival airports, orientation, and visas on our Ghana Arrival Procedures page.

A typical day on the Teaching Project in Ghana

Wake up in your host family’s house every morning, get dressed, and have breakfast in the kitchen area. Eat a plate of breads and spreads before grabbing your packed lunch and heading out the door. Jump into a tro tro or shared taxi and make your way to the school. On your first day, Projects Abroad staff will accompany you to show you the way.

A typical day starts at 8am and finishes between 2-4pm, with a half hour break around 10am and an hour lunch break at 12pm. You’ll work Monday to Friday and have the weekends free to explore and relax.

Your day will be varied with regards to the subjects you teach. One day you may start with English and French classes, and others you will be teaching IT and maths. You’ll assist the teachers with extracurricular lessons in the afternoons. Every lessons is between 30 minutes to an hour long, with some lessons being double periods.

When you’re not teaching, you’ll have free time to prepare lessons for the next day. The teachers will be happy to help you plan lessons, although your own new ideas will be welcomed.

Once you are done for the day, head home or grab a traditional Ghanaian meal from a restaurant or food stall with the other volunteers. You also have plenty of free time on the weekends, so organise a trip with other volunteers, or just relax and explore on your own.

What are the aims and impact of this project?

The aim of this project is to support local teachers and help students improve their English.

Although English is the country’s official language, many local children grow up speaking their local tribal languages such as Twi, Ewe, or Ga. With English becoming the main spoken language in education, business and other aspects of life, it is vital for children to learn English. This will ensure they have better career prospects open to them later in life.

We have also identified a need for better access to education in rural areas like Akuapem Hills. Many children here stay home until they’re old enough to walk long distances to attend the nearest schools. To meet the need of education in Akuapem Hills, we partnered with Tore’s Foundation to found and build the Tore Eikeland School. Together, we provide free education to children aged two to twelve.

With your help, we are working toward five long-term goals through our Teaching Project:

Increase English levels

Improve the learning environment

Improve support for those with learning disabilities

Increase numeracy

Encourage learning through creativity

Join the Teaching Project in Ghana and help us work towards these goals. Together, we will give young students in Ghana a stronger education.

Management Plans

We set out the aims and objectives of our projects in documents called Management Plans. We use them to properly plan the work you’ll do. They also help us measure and evaluate our achievements and impact each year.

Ultimately, our Management Plans help us make our projects better. This in turn means you get to be part of something that makes a real impact where it’s needed. Read more about our Management Plans.

Measuring Our Impact

Our projects work towards clear long-term goals, with specific annual objectives. Every volunteer and intern we send to these projects helps us work towards these goals, no matter how long they spend on our projects.

Every year we take a step back and look at how much progress we've made towards these goals. We put together a Global Impact Report, which documents our achievements. Find out more about the impact our global community of volunteers, interns and staff make, and read the latest report.

My best memories of teaching were the days that we made huge breakthroughs. The children were so bright and picked up ideas quickly. I was only there for a short time, but I felt we made a lot of progress- the kids couldn't hold a pencil properly when I arrived and could write the alphabet when I left!

FOOD AND ACCOMMODATION

You'll stay with a host family in Accra, Akuapem Hills, Cape Coast, or Dodowa. They will welcome you into their home, eager to share their customs and have you teach them about your own culture. We believe that this is the best way to immerse yourself in the culture of Ghana and have a truly unique experience.

We will always try to let you live alongside at least one other Projects Abroad volunteer or intern at the same host family. Your room will be modest, but comfortable, clean, and safe.

LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND FREE TIME

Volunteering in Ghana is an ideal way to explore this colourful West African country. There’s a huge variety of different activities to do while you’re there, giving you plenty of exciting ways to spend your free time.

Music is a central part of Ghanaian culture. In the bigger towns, especially Accra, you will hear some great live bands and have some memorable nights out. Evenings spent at buzzing restaurants will also give you a taste of some of the delicious local cuisine.

For a look into Ghana’s history, you can tour the slave forts of Cape Coast and visit museums. Nature lovers will relish trekking through the rainforests of Kakum National Park or Mole National Park.

We run a wide range of projects in Ghana so there’s sure to be other volunteers there during your trip. This means you can explore the country solo or connect with other volunteers and travel as a group.

SAFETY AND STAFF SUPPORT

Your safety and security is our prime concern. We have many procedures and systems to ensure you have the support you need to enjoy your trip with peace of mind. Our Projects Abroad staff are available 24 hours a day to help, and will be on-hand to make sure you settle in well at your accommodation and placement. If you encounter any problems, they will be available to help at any time.

Meet the team in Ghana

Emmanuel Abaaja

Country Director

Emmanuel took over as Director in Ghana in March 2012. He joined Projects Abroad back in 2002 after completing his national service as a teacher. Emmanuel was Regional Manager of the Akuapem Hills for 8 years from 2004. Emmanuel holds a BSc from Legon University in Accra. He is a very active member of his local church and a proud father to his two daughters.

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Shoshana Court

Operations Manager

Shoshana was born in Curaçao, a small island in the South Caribbean. She grew up in Ethiopia, Nepal, Chad, Bolivia, Colombia, India, Denmark, Chile, and the UK, before she settled in Ghana in 2011. She joined Projects Abroad Ghana in 2012 then took a break to return to Europe and start a family. She rejoined the team in Ghana in 2017. Shoshana holds a BA Honours in Spanish and Latin American Studies from Southampton University and an MSc in International Development from Bristol University in the UK. She enjoys travelling, photography, interior design, and finding time to read a good book.

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Rebecca Abuaku

Accounts and Administration Manager

Rebecca is based in our Head Office in Accra. She is responsible for all the accounts and administrative work generated by our Ghana programme. She grew up in Accra and holds a degree in Accounting and Management from a local university in Cape Coast. She used to work with an NGO as Human Resource Manger before joining Projects Abroad in January 2007.

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Enoch Tawiah Aggrey

Medical Project Manager

Enoch, originally from Cape Coast, is the Medical Project Manager of the Kumasi team. He has a degree in BA Nursing and Psychology from the University of Ghana. He worked at Kola Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra before joining Projects Abroad in October 2009.

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John Siisi Annan

Project Manager

John graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication science from the Ghana Institute of Journalism. He joined Projects Abroad in 2013 after many years working as a teacher, a broadcast journalist at a radio station, and a freelancer where he helped develop campaign strategies for many start-up companies. John is very active and plays basketball competitively. He also loves to read, write and perform poetry, and enjoy Accra’s vibrant nightlife.

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Grant Appiah

Our Cape Coast Regional Coordinator is 28-year-old Grant Appiah. Grant grew up in Cape Coast, and holds a BSc in Tourism from the town's University. He joined the Projects Abroad team in May 2003, and established many of the placements we now operate in this region. Grant meets all volunteers on arrival in Cape Coast and will then show you around the town on your induction.

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Princeley Kweku Bondzie

Princeley holds a Higher National Diploma in Tourism from the Cape Coast Polytechnic. He is responsible for all the placements and volunteers in the Akuapem Hills.

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Fynn Kusi Adjei

Fynn holds a first degree in Geography and Resource Development from University of Ghana, Legon- Accra. He is responsible for all the placements and volunteers in Accra. He has been working with Projects Abroad since November 2008.

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Richmo Domfeh

Assistant Manager

Richmond (known as Chief) has a High National Diploma in Electronic Engineering from Sunyani Polytechnic. He worked at Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly before joining Projects Abroad.

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Kwame Nyameror (Nyame)

Volunteer Coordinator

Kwame Nyameror, or Nyame as he is usually known has many duties including meeting volunteers at the airport and accompanying volunteers from Accra to the region where they will be living. He has also become our unofficial Twi teacher, and is always a smiling face around the Accra office.

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Ernest Adu

Ernest works with the Human Rights Office as an Assistant Programme Coordinator. He supervises the work of volunteers on Human Rights projects. Ernest has a Bachelor of Education Degree in Population Studies from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana.

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Gertrude Tetteh

Gertrude completed a degree in Communication Studies and later furthered her education by attaining a diploma in Journalism. She is an outgoing and observant person and has been working for Projects Abroad since January 2015. When she is not in the office, Gertrude enjoys reading, listening to music and sightseeing.

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Richard Mensah Dugbenu

Medical Coordinator

Richard is the coordinator for the medical placements in Accra. He’s a qualified nurse with a degree from the University of Ghana. Richard will make sure everything regarding your medical placement and the medical outreaches in and around Accra runs smoothly.

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Gifty Ayaw Asante

Gifty is the Medical Coordinator in the Accra region. She holds a certificate as a Health Care Assistant. Gifty likes going out with friends in her free time.

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Agbo Famous Ampofo

Building Coordinator

Agbo is a native of Agbozume in the Volta Region and has two daughters and a son. He has been the Supervisor for our Building Project since 2005. He is very approachable and is always happy to meet volunteers at the building site. He speaks English, Ewe and Twi.

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Eric Ekow Ewusie

Assistant Regional Coordinator

Eric is from Cape Coast in the Central Region of Ghana. He has been working with Projects Abroad since 2010 and holds a Higher National Diploma in Tourism from the Cape Coast Polytechnic. Eric assists with all placements and volunteers in Cape Coast.

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Joseph Odoteye

Office Assistant

Joseph was born and raised in Accra, Ghana. He completed his studies in Statistics at Accra Polytechnic and he’s been with Projects Abroad since 2014. When he is not helping with volunteers or working, Joseph enjoys playing football and catching up with friends.

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Isaka Zibani

Office Security Guard

Isaka is our Office Guard. He guards the Head Office in Accra, and makes sure the surroundings are safe and calm at night. Isaka spends his free time with his wife and three lovely daughters when he is not working.

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Tatjana Kotschenreuther

Volunteer Advisor

Tatjana was born in Berlin, Germany. She has a degree in Education and has been living in Mexico since 2003. She previously worked as a volunteer coordinator at the Animal Care Centre in Guadalajara, and as a German teacher at different language schools. She joined the volunteer advisor team in May 2016. In her free time she likes to go to concerts or festivals, exercising, and enjoying nature.

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Imane Valsan

Volunteer Advisor

Imane was born in France. After studying history and literature, she decided to travel to Africa. She is always interested in discovering something new and started working for Projects Abroad in July 2015 as a Volunteer Advisor.

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Mirko Kolan

Volunteer Advisor

Born and raised in a small town of central Italy, Mirko studied HR training and development at the University of Rome. He travelled extensively and lived in the US, Mexico, Holland, Cyprus and South Africa. He joined Projects Abroad in March 2014 as Volunteer Advisor for Nepal and all Italian volunteers. Besides travelling, Mirko enjoys sport, nature and outdoor activities, photography and writing. His personal life motto is "dreams are made to be realised".

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Clem van der Merwe

Volunteer Advisor

Clem was born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa. With a creative and musical background and having previously worked in the film industry, he craved something more and stumbled upon Projects Abroad. Since then has been the Volunteer Advisor for Cambodia. He enjoys performing music live and growing his life in all areas.

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